ఆరు నెలలు గడిస్తే అల్లుడు కూడా కొడుకే అవుతాడు

This proverb describes a situation where a person's judgment or character deteriorates when they are facing an impending downfall or crisis. It is used to suggest that when someone's end (professional, social, or physical) is near, they often start behaving foolishly or maliciously, almost as if their bad decisions are accelerating their own ruin.

This proverb is used to describe something that has become so common or cheap that it is easily available to everyone. It is often used in a slightly mocking or cynical way to suggest that when the value or quality of something decreases, it loses its exclusivity and becomes public property or common knowledge.

This is a traditional folk saying in Telugu culture regarding health and diet. It suggests that consuming raw plantain (specifically when improperly prepared or eaten by those with weak digestion) can lead to lingering health issues or chronic indigestion that lasts for a long time. It is used as a cautionary advice to be mindful of one's diet and the long-term effects of eating certain foods.

This proverb refers to the heavy and oily nature of the traditional sweet 'Arise'. It suggests that eating such rich food can trigger or reveal dormant health issues or digestive problems that haven't surfaced for a long time. It is used to caution someone about overindulgence or to describe how a specific action can have delayed but significant consequences.

This expression is used to describe a sudden, drastic, or uncharacteristic change in a person's behavior, especially when someone who was previously difficult or stubborn suddenly becomes kind or compliant. It implies that such a significant shift in personality is often an omen of an approaching end or a major life transition.

This expression is used to describe someone who is extremely procrastinating or slow to act. It implies that even when someone claims a task is almost done or right there, it will actually take a very long time (six months) to complete.

One "Take it" is better than two "You shall have it." (French.)

This proverb describes how habits formed while handling trivial or low-value items will persist when dealing with valuable things. It is often used to warn that someone who steals small things will eventually steal large amounts, or that discipline in small matters leads to discipline in large ones.

This proverb is used to describe a person whose judgment or perception is clouded when they are facing an impending downfall or crisis. In Indian tradition, the inability to see the Arundhati star was historically believed to be a bad omen regarding one's lifespan. Metaphorically, it refers to someone who is unable to see reason, truth, or obvious signs of danger because their time or luck has run out.

This expression is used to advise against showing misplaced sympathy or fake pity for someone who has committed a wrong or is facing the consequences of their own actions. It suggests that by pitying a wrongdoer, one might share a portion of their negative karma or burden.

This proverb is used to warn someone against momentary indulgence or short-term gratification that leads to long-term suffering, debt, or negative consequences. It emphasizes the importance of foresight and self-control.